HI SB1191

Extends the motion picture, digital media, and film production income tax credit sunset date from January 1, 2019 to January 1, 2029, providing a 10-year extension for economic incentive predictability in the film industry.

Modifies the credit requirements to mandate that qualified productions contribute financial or in-kind support specifically to the University of Hawaii's system-wide creative media programs and projects, rather than general workforce development partnerships.

Requires the University of Hawaii to submit annual reports to the legislature (20 days before each regular session) detailing: numbers of K-12 students in creative media programs, award-winning student projects, participating schools, graduates employed in film/media industries, and new jobs and project value created from the contributions.

Maintains existing credit qualifications including minimum $200,000 in qualified production costs, state screen credit requirements, and evidence of local talent hiring efforts.

Takes effect January 1, 2020.